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Join us in Killarney on Friday 26th September for the Network Ireland National Conference & Businesswoman of the Year Awards 2025!
We are delighted to bring our flagship events to the stunning Great Southern Hotel in Killarney, Co. Kerry, for what promises to be an unforgettable celebration of connection, learning, and recognition.
🌟 National Conference – Friday, 26th September | 9:00am – 4:00pm
This full-day event will bring together over 400 professionals, entrepreneurs, and business leaders from across the country. Expect an inspiring day packed
with high-impact keynote speakers, thought-provoking panel discussions, networking opportunities and exhibition stands. (Breakfast, refreshments & lunch included)
🏆 Businesswoman of the Year Awards Gala – Friday, 26th September | 6:30pm – Late
Join over 500 guests as we honour our 104 National Finalists across eight prestigious award categories. This black-tie gala event will include
a red carpet drinks reception, four-course gala dinner, entertainment, Awards with special guest MC, charity raffle in support of Recovery Haven Kerry, and a celebratory after-party.
It’s the most exciting night in our calendar
- and this year, it takes place in Kerry for the very first time in our 42-year history.
🎉 Welcome Reception & Fringe Events – Thursday, 25th September
Make the most of your experience by joining us for an evening Welcome Reception in Killarney, featuring food, music and networking in a relaxed setting.
We'll also host our inaugural Charity Fourball Golf Event earlier that day in support of our charity partner.
Keep an eye on our social media channels for announcements.
We look forward to welcoming you to Killarney for an empowering and inspiring two days!
👀 Details at a Glance
- 📅 Date: Friday, September 26th 2025
- ⏰ Conference: 9.30 am - 4 pm (registration & networking from 8.30 am)
- 🏆 Awards Evening: 6.30 pm - late
- 📌 Where: Great Southern Hotel, Killarney, Co. Kerry
- 🤝 Welcome Evening: Thursday, September 25th, 7 pm - 9 pm (details below)
- ⛳ Charity 4-ball: Thursday, September 25th (details and registration)
- 👤 Open to: Everyone
⚡ Terms & Conditions
In addition to the regular terms and conditions, please carefully note the following T&Cs for this event:
- There are no cancellations for this event.
- Ticket name transfers are possible until ticket sales close on September 18th, 2025. Reach out to admin@networkireland.ie to arrange.
- If the events sell out, we will be operating a waitlist.
🎫 Ticket Details
- Earlybird Pricing: Earlybird pricing is in effect until August 22nd, 2025
- Member Pricing: Please note that to avail of member pricing, you must be logged into the member area of the website.
- Ticket Sales: Ticket sales are live until September 18th, 2025
- Seating Note: Seating is open for our conference, and we will have a seating plan for our awards evening. During registration we will take your seating preference.
Network Ireland Members
- Conference only: €85 earlybird / €99 regular
- Awards only: €99 earlybird / €120 regular
- Conference & awards combo: €170 earlybird / €180 regular
General Public
- Conference only: €100 earlybird / €115 regular
- Awards only: €115 earlybird / €130 regular
- Conference & awards combo: €200 earlybird / €230 regular
10 x Tickets
Please remember that it is not necessary to purchase in bulk to secure seating for your group for the awards evening. To purchase in multiples of 10 tickets, please email admin@networkireland.ie.
- Conference only: €850 earlybird / €850 regular
- Awards only: €995 earlybird / €995 regular
- Conference & awards combo: €1,700 earlybird / €1,800 regular
Thursday Charity 4-Ball
- €300 per team of 4
- Full details and tickets here »
Thursday Evening Welcome Event:
- See below for full details
- Tickets: €25
🤝 Welcome Event - Thursday - “A Kerry Welcome”
- 📌 Hilliards, Killarney
- 📅 Thursday 25th September, 7 pm - 9 pm
Join us for “A Kerry Welcome” on Thursday 25th September from 7- 9pm in Hilliards, Killarney – the perfect way to kick off our National Conference and Businesswoman of the Year Awards. Enjoy a welcome cocktail on arrival, delicious finger food, and relaxed
networking as we come together from across the country to celebrate, connect, and set the tone for an inspiring couple of days ahead. We’ll also be announcing the winners of our Charity Golf Four Ball, held earlier that day – not to be missed!
This event is open to all, whether attending the conference and awards evening or not.
Note: If you've already registered for one of our main events and would now like to add a ticket to the welcome event, or if you're attending just the welcome event, you can purchase your ticket here »
🎟 Charity Raffle
We will be hosting a charity raffle at our awards evening, with all proceeds going directly to our Event Charity Partner, Recovery Haven Kerry Cancer Support Group. Recovery Haven Kerry provides free cancer support services to the people of Kerry.
They offer a safe place to access information, emotional support, and practical help. From diagnosis to post-treatment or caring for a loved one, they ensure that nobody ever has to go it alone, whatever stage they’re at.
🅿 Parking
Resident Parking
Complimentary - Please bring your car registration with you to Reception when checking into Great Southern Killarney.
Non Residents
€2.50 per hour or €20.00 per day (applies after four hours)
Non residents can pay on-site via Pay and Display Machine or on-site via the APCOA Connect Cashless Parking app.
🏨 Accommodation
We’ve listed several local accommodation options below, and there are lots of other options available via sites such as airbnb.ie and booking.com. You are responsible for your own accommodation arrangements - please be sure to double check rates
and terms and conditions with the provider before you book.
Great Southern Hotel
Book directly via email to reservations@greatsouthernkillarney.com or by phone at +353 64 663 8000
- Thursday Rate: €255.00 per room, Bed & Breakfast
- Friday Rate: €255.00 per room, Bed & Breakfast
- Saturday Rate: €255 per room, Bed & Breakfast
- Single Occupancy: €245
- Triple Occupancy: €315
- Self Catering Houses (4 bedrooms per house):
- €255.00 per room on Thursday & Friday
- There is 1 King room (double bed) and 1 Twin room (2 single beds) upstairs and 1 King room(King) and 1 Twin room (2 singles) downstairs
- There will not be daily housekeeping but the houses can avail of breakfast in the hotel if they wish.
- Railway Residence (2-bedroom apartments - 4 rooms total):
- €255.00 per room on Thursday & Friday
- There are 2 rooms in each apartment with 1 King (double) and 1 Twin room (2 singles).
The Brehon
Book directly via phone or email: call 021 4391998 or email reservations@selectexperiences.ie
- Date: 26th – 28th September 2025
- Booking Reference: GA002385
- €315 per single Heritage room per night B&B
- €162.50 per person sharing per night B&B in a Heritage twin/double
The Killarney Oaks Hotel
(Note, 20% non refundable deposit if cancelled at any stage)
- Book directly via hotel contact: Deirdre Brosnan, 064 6637600, info@killarneyoaks.com
- Booking Code: SHENI25
- Double/Twin Rooms @ €169.00 B&B per room, 25th September only
- DeluxeDoubles @€209.00 B&B per room, 25th September
- DeluxeDoubles @ €280.00 B&B per room, 26th September
Randles Hotel
Book direct and mention Network Ireland
- Friday 26 September - @ €220 per room for single occupancy or €230.00 for 2 sharing
Dromhall Hotel
Book direct and mention Network Ireland
- Thursday night @ €210 per room for single Occupancy or €220.00 for 2 sharing
- Friday 26 September @ €210 per room for single occupancy or €220.00 for 2 sharing
- Any rooms booked for Single use would be Deluxe King Rooms
🙏 Thank You
Thank you to our Official Partner, AIB and to our Event Partner, Kerry County Councl. This event is brought to life through the generous support of partners and sponsors, whose dedication champions and celebrates the achievements of women across
Ireland. Their commitment ensures a truly impactful celebration of progress, empowerment, and opportunity. Together, we are driving meaningful change for women in business.
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